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10 Must-see Spots in Kyoto One Day Private Tour
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If you have only one day in Kyoto and want to see all the top 10 must-see spots of Kyoto, this tour is the best for you.
A professional local guide shows you the best, comfortable and convenient way to the spots. And you can enjoy walking along with the beautiful sceneries, paths, and back alleys only the local people know.
We use the taxies three times to save your time and energy. This tour is a mixture of public transport and taxis.
Thanks to taxis and a friendly local professional guide, you can visit the 10 most famous attractions such as the Fushimi Inari shrine (thousands of Torii gate), Golden Pavilion, Kiyomizu temple (with huge balcony), bamboo forest, Geisha district, and so on.
If you check the spots you can visit on this tour, you can notice that all must-see points in Kyoto are included!!
Please enjoy the top ten spots with the beautiful stories of your guide.
※We also welcome Japanese who are studying English and want to visit top 10 must-see points in Kyoto.
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$276.70
per group
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$276.70
per group

Golden Pavilion Kinkaku-ji Temple Tour with Nationally-Licensed Guide
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Kinkaku-ji (Temple of the Golden Pavilion) is one of Kyoto's most recognizable landmarks and a must-see, but you will have a must richer experience by visiting it with a guide who can provided detailed historical context to the much-photographed temple.
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$20.27
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$20.27
Price varies by group size

Gion Walking Tour by Night
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Discover Kyoto’s magical Gion district, which is known for being the city’s Geisha area. Don't worry about language barriers, as a guide is there to help you translate and explain the difference between maiko, geiko, and other Japanese words. The unmarked narrow streets of Gion can make it easy to get lost at night, but this is not a problem with a guide to navigate and lead the way. Upgrade to a longer, private tour for a closer look at Geisha culture.
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$10.34
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$10.34
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Kyoto Half-Day Small-Group Cultural Tour
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Discover the Zen gardens, colorful temples, and ancient shrines of Kyoto on this small-group walking tour that’s limited to just 12 participants. Experience the elegant architecture and religious monuments of this historic Japanese city, once the imperial capital, as you join a guide on visits to the Gion Geisha district, Tofukuji Temple, and more.
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$53.64
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$53.64
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Kyoto One Day Tour with a Local: 100% Personalized & Private
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This personalized full-day Kyoto tour with a local is ideal for first-time visitors to the "City of Temples". You won’t waste a moment visiting places that don’t interest you as this tour is fully customizable based on your interests. Choose the neighborhoods you’d like to visit, and see many of Kyoto’s top sites. Exploring the city with a guide means you won’t get lost, and you'll learn lots of local tips that you wouldn’t discover otherwise.
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$161.93
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$161.93
Price varies by group size

KYOTO by Land Rover Discovery Sport 2018 Customize Your Itinerary
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Private VIP Tour in KYOTO allows you to “Customize Your Itinerary” to fit your specific travel expectations.
You have your own private Land Rover Discovery 2018 and English speaking driver for approximately 8 hours.
Our team assists you to manage the tour, give recommendations, make reservations and check information.
STEP1: We propose list of famous destinations while you share with us your travel desires and special requests.
STEP2: With careful communication and planning, we share and exchange our draft detailed itinerary.
STEP3: We revise/finalize the itinerary.
***You can always change the itinerary even on the day while traveling on the car. Please feel free to reach our team and driver for recommendation at any time.
***Extra 1 ~ 2 hours will be given for free only in case of heavy traffic jam and unexpected delay(s).
***Extra charges will be applied for over time service.
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$664.89
per group
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$664.89
per group

Private Kyoto Tour with a Local, Highlights & Hidden Gems, Personalised ★★★★★
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Exploring the historic city of Kyoto with a local guide gives you an experience you won’t get by following a guidebook itinerary. Discover local neighborhoods, see iconic attractions, and get recommendations from a guide who creates a personalized route based on your interests and needs.
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$75.90
Price varies by group size
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$75.90
Price varies by group size

Daytime Kyoto -Nishiki Market and Gion District Cultural Walking Food Tour
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Get an excellent introduction to the cuisine of Kyoto on this small-group guided tour of the city's best food spots. Start at the deliciously vast 400-year-old Nishiki Market, nicknamed 'Kyoto's Kitchen,' where over 130 food shops and stalls beckon your taste buds. Stroll through the market with the guide, learning about the history of food in the city and taste many dishes unique to Kyoto, including pickled vegetables, fried fish cakes, Japanese pike conger eel, mochi and Japanese omelet. After the market, visit a shrine dedicated to the god of education.
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$100.10
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$100.10

Kyoto Foodie Night Tour
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- 7+ mouth-watering Kyoto-style Japanese food tastings, enough for a full dinner meal, served from locally-owned restaurants (Menu may vary every time based on the fresh ingredients at the market).
- Two drinks as we taste local style dinner. You may also choose your drinks (Beer, sake & other drinks). Non-alcoholic beverages are also available.
- Explore Kyoto, visiting popular spots as well as hidden gems. Enjoy the unique scenes of Nishiki Market, Pontocho, and Kiyamachi.
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$101.35
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$101.35

Kyoto Private Tour with a Local: 100% Personalized, See the City Unscripted
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It can be daunting as a first-time visitor to Japan to cope with language barriers and navigate around a new place. On this Kyoto half-day tour, take the stress out of travel planning by having a local host plan your day. Explore one or two neighborhoods of your choice, walking past multiple top attractions and learning about Japanese culture from your guide. By traveling with a local, you learn about hidden secrets off the beaten track that tourists wouldn’t usually visit.
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$101.21
Price varies by group size
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$101.21
Price varies by group size

Kyoto Day Trip using Private Car with English Driver
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This tour package will bring you to see the beautiful temple or shrine in Kyoto with a comfortable private transport.
We would recommend itinerary:
Arashiyama (Bamboo Forest) -> Kinkakuji Temple (Golden Pavilion) -> Kiyomizu Temple -> Fushimi Inari Taisha -> Hotel
However you can also choose and customize your own itinerary
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$603.06
per group
From
$603.06
per group

Kyoto's City of Culture Private Afternoon Tour
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Japan’s former capital Kyoto is known for being Japan’s city of culture. By going on a private tour, you have a more personalized experience. Don't worry about getting lost as you explore the city with a guide. Save time waiting in line, as entry to Tofukiji Temple is included. Your guide takes you to multiple beautiful sites including the filming location of 'Memoirs of a Geisha'—Fushimi Inari Shrine and Gion District.
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$86.37
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$86.37
Price varies by group size

Kyoto Late Bird tour
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Explore three important tourist attractions in Kyoto on a half-day tour that starts in the afternoon. Go to Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine, Yasaka Pagoda, and Kennin-ji Temple, and see rows of torii gates, well-preserved old wooden buildings, and the first zen temple in Kyoto. You’ll also stroll through the Gion district, and have time for other activities before the tour begins.
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$79.06
Price varies by group size
From
$79.06
Price varies by group size

Magical Kyoto Experience: Temples, Shrines and Gardens Small Group Tour
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Experience the glowing lanterns and lively atmosphere of Kyoto after dark on this evening walking tour with a small group. Experience the ancient Japanese capital after dark as you stroll the city’s serene back streets and visit city landmarks like Yasaka Shrine, the Pontocho restaurant district, and a ‘tachinomiya’ stand and drink shop for included food and drink samples.
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$68.19
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$68.19
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KYOTO Walking Tour [Customize Your Itinerary]
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Private VIP Tour in KYOTO allows you to “Customize Your Itinerary” to fit your specific travel expectations.
You have your own private tour guide for approximately 8 hours.
Our team assists you to manage the tour, give recommendations, make reservations and check information.
<<< You customize your own Day Trip in KYOTO >>>
STEP1: We propose list of famous destinations while you share with us your travel desires and special requests.
STEP2: With careful communication and planning, we share and exchange our draft detailed itinerary.
STEP3: We revise/finalize the itinerary.
***You can always change the itinerary even on the day while traveling with the tour guide. Please feel free to reach our team and tour guide for recommendation at any time.
***Extra charges will be applied for over time service.
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$344.61
per group
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$344.61
per group

Gion Evening Highlights Tour with Nationally-Licensed Guide
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Exploring the narrow alleyways of Kyoto’s Geisha District—Gion can be daunting for a first-time visitor. Eliminate the worry of getting lost by going on a guided tour. It’s a great way to discover hidden places that locals love, and to hear about Kyoto’s ancient past. Highlights include learning about Geisha culture and rituals, and visiting Gion, Pontocho, and Miyagawacho.
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$24.93
Price varies by group size
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$24.93
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Highlights & Hidden Gems With Locals: Best of Kyoto Private Tour
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This is not just another city tour; this is the best of Kyoto from a unique perspective! Get to know Kyoto on a city tour that gives you the perfect overview, with city highlights, hidden gems, storytelling, and a local treat - this tour has it all!
Forget about big touristy groups and the crowds; it's time to see Kyoto at its best but from the eyes of a local. Check out main landmarks like Gion Area, Kiyomizu Temple, Yasaka-Jinja Shrine and uncover hidden gems and city secrets with the help of a knowledgeable local guide. And the cherry on top, a local treat is included.
Withlocals Highlights & Hidden Gems Private City Tour™ is one of Withlocals' signature tours available in major cities worldwide. We work with passionate local guides who earn a fair fee. We support local economies by only offering local produce and prevent over-tourism with only small non-intrusive groups.
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$73.87
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$73.87
Price varies by group size

Kyoto Private Night Tour: From Gion District To Old Pontocho, 100% Personalized
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Stroll the back alleys of Kyoto, missed by many visitors, as dusk falls and they are at their most atmospheric on this private guided tour. In the company of just a guide and your party, see how ancient tradition blends with contemporary culture as you explore the enchanting wooden alleyways lit with traditional paper lanterns in the historic Gion district and the picturesque streets of old Pontocho, where, with luck, you might spot a geisha or two.
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$101.21
Price varies by group size
From
$101.21
Price varies by group size

Kyoto Private Food Tours with a Local Foodie: 100% Personalized
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You’ll join one of our Kyoto hosts to taste the city’s most delicious meals and street food. Kyoto is a city rich in cultural heritage and this has directly influenced its culinary tradition. Good enough for us, we’d say. From kaiseki, a traditional Japanese multi-course meal to coffee at chic cafes or the finest umami-rich foods served on the streets, you’ll uncover the local food scene with a little help from your host.
Within 24 hours after booking you'll receive a short questionnaire about your personality and interests. Based on your responses, you'll be assigned a like-minded host. Your host will communicate with you directly to suggest an itinerary to help you discover what makes the city unique. You will also agree on a meeting time and place. Your itinerary is flexible, so during the experience, you can always change your mind about what you want to do.
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$159.40
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$159.40
Price varies by group size

Kimono and Yukata Experience in Kyoto
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Dress in traditional Japanese attire in this kimono and yukata experience in Kyoto. You won’t have to worry about wearing the clothing incorrectly as you’ll have a professional fitting session. Stroll around Gion, and visit nearby shrines such as Kiyomizu-dera and Heianjingu Shrine. The experience is flexible, and different time slots are offered throughout the day. You can also upgrade your experience to include makeup, and hair styling.
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$24.33
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$24.33

Kyoto Geisha Tour, Gion With A Local: 100% Personalized & Private 3 Hours
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For outsiders, Japanese culture can be difficult to grasp but this guided tour offers the chance to get a locals' eye view of one of the most traditional of Japanese settings. Accompanied by a guide, stroll through the historic streets of Kyoto's Gion district, famed for its scenic cobbled streets lit by paper lanterns, traditional architecture, and association with geiko and maiko culture. Visit Pontocho alley, one of Japan's oldest nightlife areas, and stroll by geisha teahouses as your guide offers insights into local culture.
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$75.90
Price varies by group size
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$75.90
Price varies by group size

Kyoto Imperial Palace and Nijo Castle Walking Tour
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This luxurious tour introduces all the important spots in Kyoto in one day: you can get to know the faith of the commoners of Japan, the characteristic food of Kyoto, the residence of the shogun, the palace of the Emperor, and also take a stroll through the geisha street.
With this tour, you can deeply understand the lives and thoughts of the people of Kyoto and Japan.
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$112.20
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$112.20
Price varies by group size

Personalized Half-day Tour in Kyoto for your family and friends.
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This tour is offered for couple, family and friend who want to make the most of the time in Kyoto over half a day. We will use the public transport like bus, subway and train.
Your itinerary can be customized according to your preference and interest.
Moreover, I'm pleased to help you make your itinerary.
Sample Itinerary 1 - North-East Kyoto :
Heian Shrine, Nanzenji temple, Philosopher’s path, Eikando temple, Ginkaku-ji temple
Sample Itinerary 2 - South-East Kyoto :
Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine, Tofukuji-temple, Kiyomizu temple, Yasaka shrine, Gion District
Sample Itinerary 3 - Gion walk :
Yasaka Shrine, Kohdaiji temple, Gion District, Kenninji temple, Miyakawa-cho District
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$110.68
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$110.68

Kyoto Food & Culture Full-day Private Tour with Nationally-Licensed Guide
This is THE tour to get a local's experience of Kyoto’s best street food and culture! Our nationally-licensed and experienced multilingual guides can help you efficiently enjoy a one-day tour of Kyoto.
Meet your guide at your hotel to start your day, then begin the tour with a possible trip to the 400m long Nishiki Market, nicknamed “Kyoto’s Kitchen”, where over 130 food shops and stalls beckon your taste buds. Learn about Kyoto's food culture and history through the variety of unique dishes and goods available. Give your appetite a break at the nearby Gion district, famous as the geisha district of Kyoto. Your guide will introduce you to the history and culture of geisha—from their kimonos and hairstyles to the rules and rituals of their daily lives.
Our guides will customize a four-hour tour in detail according to your interests. We want to arrange a tour that’s best for you!
Note*:The Nationally-licensed Tour Guide-Interpreter certification is issued by the Japanese government.
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$74.80
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$74.80
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